Numbers And The World
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Author | : New Scientist |
Publisher | : John Murray |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2018-03-21 |
Genre | : Mathematics |
ISBN | : 1473629756 |
Think of a number between one and ten. No, hang on, let's make this interesting. Between zero and infinity. Even if you stick to the whole numbers, there are a lot to choose from - an infinite number in fact. Throw in decimal fractions and infinity suddenly gets an awful lot bigger (is that even possible?) And then there are the negative numbers, the imaginary numbers, the irrational numbers like pi which never end. It literally never ends. The world of numbers is indeed strange and beautiful. Among its inhabitants are some really notable characters - pi, e, the "imaginary" number i and the famous golden ratio to name just a few. Prime numbers occupy a special status. Zero is very odd indeed: is it a number, or isn't it? How Numbers Work takes a tour of this mind-blowing but beautiful realm of numbers and the mathematical rules that connect them. Not only that, but take a crash course on the biggest unsolved problems that keep mathematicians up at night, find out about the strange and unexpected ways mathematics influences our everyday lives, and discover the incredible connection between numbers and reality itself. ABOUT THE SERIES New Scientist Instant Expert books are definitive and accessible entry points to the most important subjects in science; subjects that challenge, attract debate, invite controversy and engage the most enquiring minds. Designed for curious readers who want to know how things work and why, the Instant Expert series explores the topics that really matter and their impact on individuals, society, and the planet, translating the scientific complexities around us into language that's open to everyone, and putting new ideas and discoveries into perspective and context.
Author | : D. Stein |
Publisher | : Harper Collins |
Total Pages | : 320 |
Release | : 2009-03-17 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 0061828688 |
In How Math Explains the World, mathematician Stein reveals how seemingly arcane mathematical investigations and discoveries have led to bigger, more world-shaking insights into the nature of our world. In the four main sections of the book, Stein tells the stories of the mathematical thinkers who discerned some of the most fundamental aspects of our universe. From their successes and failures, delusions, and even duels, the trajectories of their innovations—and their impact on society—are traced in this fascinating narrative. Quantum mechanics, space-time, chaos theory and the workings of complex systems, and the impossibility of a "perfect" democracy are all here. Stein's book is both mind-bending and practical, as he explains the best way for a salesman to plan a trip, examines why any thought you could have is imbedded in the number p , and—perhaps most importantly—answers one of the modern world's toughest questions: why the garage can never get your car repaired on time. Friendly, entertaining, and fun, How Math Explains the World is the first book by one of California's most popular math teachers, a veteran of both "math for poets" and Princeton's Institute for Advanced Studies. And it's perfect for any reader wanting to know how math makes both science and the world tick.
Author | : Barnaby Rogerson |
Publisher | : Picador |
Total Pages | : 291 |
Release | : 2014-10-28 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 1250058848 |
THE STORIES BEHIND OUR ICONIC NUMBERS Rogerson's Book of Numbers is based on a numerical array of virtues, spiritual attributes, gods, devils, sacred cities, powers, calendars, heroes, saints, icons, and cultural symbols. It provides a dazzling mass of information for those intrigued by the many roles numbers play in folklore and popular culture, in music and poetry, and in the many religions, cultures, and belief systems of our world. The stories unfold from millions to zero: from the number of the beast (666) to the seven deadly sins; from the twelve signs of the zodiac to the four suits of a deck of cards. Along the way, author Barnaby Rogerson will show you why Genghis Khan built a city of 108 towers, how Dante forged his Divine Comedy on the number eleven, and why thirteen is so unlucky in the West whereas fourteen is the number to avoid in China.
Author | : Ian Stewart |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2017-03-29 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781782404712 |
Think of a zebra's stripes, the complexities of a spider's web, the uniformity of desert dunes, or the spirals in a sunflower head ... think of a snowflake. The Beauty of Numbers in Nature shows how life on Earth forms the principles of mathematics. Starting with the simplest patterns, each chapter looks at a different kind of patterning system and the mathematics that underlies it. In doing so the book also uncovers some universal patterns, both in nature and man-made, from the basic geometry of ancient Greece to the visually startling fractals that we are familiar with today. Elegantly illustrated, The Beauty of Numbers in Nature is an illuminating and engaging vision of how the apparently cold laws of mathematics find expression in the beauty of nature.
Author | : Tom Jackson |
Publisher | : Inside Mathematics |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2017 |
Genre | : Mathematics |
ISBN | : 9781627950749 |
One of the hardest questions that mathematics teachers have to answer is Why? Schoolroom sums are crucial in learning the awesome power of mathematics, but they are often a world away from how the knowledge is applied and where it came from. Numbers: How Counting Changed the World is there to fill that gap. Ages 9+
Author | : Matthew Hill |
Publisher | : AuthorHouse |
Total Pages | : 39 |
Release | : 2011-12 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1467026670 |
This book provides support in keeping with the major goals of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics curriculum. It provides an important mathematical topic, the number system, which will be learned through K-8th grade, and used through high school and college. The instructional emphasis is designed to communicate knowledge and skills in mathematics across different grade levels, while offering the opportunity for children to learn about the number system in a fun and easy way. The book focuses on key areas of important emphasis, necessary for building math fluency in pre-algebra and algebra.
Author | : Brian Clegg |
Publisher | : Macmillan |
Total Pages | : 303 |
Release | : 2016-12-06 |
Genre | : Mathematics |
ISBN | : 1250081041 |
Presents an accessible, in-depth look at the history of numbers and their applications in life and science, from math's surreal presence in the virtual world to the debates about the role of math in science.
Author | : Clive Gifford |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2017 |
Genre | : Children's questions and answers |
ISBN | : 9781454925187 |
This engaging collection of statistics encourages kids' curiosity by sharing unbelievable numerical facts from across the globe. From famous landmarks and bustling cities to hidden treasures and incredible creatures, no number is too big or too small. Full color.
Author | : Laura Driscoll |
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Total Pages | : 0 |
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Author | : Marianne Freiberger |
Publisher | : White Lion Publishing |
Total Pages | : 163 |
Release | : 2019-04-09 |
Genre | : Mathematics |
ISBN | : 1781318158 |
"Simple, clear explanations of twenty ways in which mathematics helps us to understand practical issues of everyday life. Suitable for teenagers and adults, and beautifully produced. Highly recommended!" - Professor Ian Stewart, bestselling author of The Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities Mathematics is an indispensable tool for life. From the systems that underpin our newsfeeds, through to the data analysis that informs our health and financial decisions, to the algorithms that power how we search online – mathematics is at the heart of how our modern world functions. In 20 dip-in lessons, Understanding Numbers explains how and why mathematics fuels your world and arms you with the knowledge to make wiser choices in all areas of your life. • Make sense of health statistics • Understand the mathematics behind political voting systems • Get to grips with how online search tools work • Discover how mathematics can create the perfect city